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Federal State Issues RSS Feed from ABC Goldfields-Esperance2015, Australian Broadcasting Corporationen-au15Wed, 25 Mar 2015 06:13:00 +1100Leaked document reveals 192 WA Aboriginal communities deemed unsustainable in 2010http://www.abc.net.au/news/2015-03-24/federal-review-reveals-192-communities-deemed-unsustainable/6343570?source=rss
Extensive research was conducted as early as 2010 to identify West Australian remote Aboriginal communities considered unsustainable, a leaked document held by the State Government shows.Wed, 25 Mar 2015 06:13:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201503\4204188.xmlABC Goldfields-EsperancegreatsouthernkimberleysouthwestwawheatbeltgoldfieldsnorthwestwaperthCommunity and Society:Indigenous (Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander):AllGovernment and Politics:All:AllGovernment and Politics:Federal - State Issues:AllGovernment and Politics:Parliament:State ParliamentGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllAustralia:WA:Albany 6330Australia:WA:Broome 6725Australia:WA:Bunbury 6230Australia:WA:Geraldton 6530Australia:WA:Kalgoorlie 6430Australia:WA:Karratha 6714Australia:WA:Perth 6000The back streets of Fitzroy Crossing with two girls walking alongThe back streets of Fitzroy Crossing with two girls walking alongABC: Ben Collins: ABC: Ben Collins-17.957 122.2395MP Jacqui Boydell's idea for hunting to help WA Indigenous communities labelled 'silly'http://www.abc.net.au/news/2015-03-12/mp-draws-criticism-over-linking-community-closure-to-hunting/6307228?source=rss
A West Australian MP is criticised for suggesting hunting could provide economic benefits to remote Indigenous communities at risk of closing.Thu, 12 Mar 2015 15:30:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201503\4196404.xmlABC Goldfields-EsperancekimberleyesperancegoldfieldsnorthwestwaCommunity and Society:Indigenous (Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander):AllGovernment and Politics:All:AllGovernment and Politics:Federal - State Issues:AllGovernment and Politics:Indigenous Policy:AllGovernment and Politics:Parliament:State ParliamentAustralia:WA:AllAustralia:WA:Broome 6725Australia:WA:Esperance 6450Australia:WA:Kalgoorlie 6430Australia:WA:Karratha 6714-30.2000 122.6167WA's Education Minister dismayed at federal cut to state's school chaplaincy fundinghttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-12-24/collier-dismayed-at-cut-to-school-chaplaincy-funding/5987982?source=rss
The Federal Government's decision to cut funding for school chaplains puts undue pressure on the WA Education Department, Minister Peter Collier says.Wed, 24 Dec 2014 19:17:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201412\4154481.xmlABC Goldfields-EsperancegreatsouthernkimberleysouthwestwawheatbeltgoldfieldsnorthwestwaperthCommunity and Society:Religion and Beliefs:AllGovernment and Politics:Federal - State Issues:AllAustralia:WA:Albany 6330Australia:WA:Broome 6725Australia:WA:Bunbury 6230Australia:WA:Geraldton 6530Australia:WA:Kalgoorlie 6430Australia:WA:Karratha 6714Australia:WA:Perth 6000Peter CollierPeter CollierABC News: ABC News-31.9234 115.8834Senate backs incarceration target, funding for Aboriginal interpreters service in WAhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-11-25/greens-motions-on-aboriginal-services-backed-by-senate/5915430?source=rss
Two Greens motions to address a lack of funding for an Aboriginal interpreters service, and to establish a justice target over high incarceration rates in WA, is backed by the Senate.Tue, 25 Nov 2014 09:50:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201411\4135355.xmlABC Goldfields-EsperancegreatsouthernkimberleysouthwestwawheatbeltgoldfieldsnorthwestwaperthCommunity and Society:Indigenous (Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander):AllGovernment and Politics:Federal - State Issues:AllAustralia:WA:Albany 6330Australia:WA:Broome 6725Australia:WA:Bunbury 6230Australia:WA:Geraldton 6530Australia:WA:Kalgoorlie 6430Australia:WA:Karratha 6714Australia:WA:Perth 6000Lawyer, interpreter and Aboriginal client sitting outside Broome CourtLawyer, interpreter and Aboriginal client sitting outside Broome Court: -31.9234 115.8834WA's PGA head Tony Seabrook backs closure of remote Aboriginal communitieshttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-11-19/head-of-wa-pastoralists-and-graziers-backs-closure-of-remote-co/5902724?source=rss
The head of the Pastoralists and Graziers' Association backs the possible closure of remote Aboriginal communities, describing residents' circumstances as "miserable".Wed, 19 Nov 2014 13:35:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201411\4131834.xmlABC Goldfields-EsperancekimberleyesperancewheatbeltgoldfieldsnorthwestwaCommunity and Society:Indigenous (Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander):AboriginalCommunity and Society:Indigenous (Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander):AllGovernment and Politics:All:AllGovernment and Politics:Federal - State Issues:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllRural:All:AllAustralia:WA:AllAustralia:WA:Broome 6725Australia:WA:Esperance 6450Australia:WA:Geraldton 6530Australia:WA:Kalgoorlie 6430Australia:WA:Karratha 6714A man and a little girl walking along a road in Oombulgurri before settlement demolishedA man and a little girl walking along a road in Oombulgurri before settlement demolishedABC News: ABC News-30.2000 122.6167WA Chief Justice slams end to funding of Aboriginal interpreting servicehttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-11-17/wa-chief-justice-funding-aboriginal-interpreting-service-kis/5897222?source=rss
Western Australia's Chief Justice says a decision to stop funding the state's only Aboriginal interpreting service could undermine the fairness of the justice system.Mon, 17 Nov 2014 17:28:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201411\4130367.xmlABC Goldfields-EsperancegreatsouthernkimberleysouthwestwawheatbeltgoldfieldsnorthwestwaperthCommunity and Society:All:AllCommunity and Society:Indigenous (Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander):AboriginalCommunity and Society:Indigenous (Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander):Aboriginal LanguageCommunity and Society:Indigenous (Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander):AllGovernment and Politics:Federal - State Issues:AllLaw, Crime and Justice:Courts and Trials:AllAustralia:WA:Albany 6330Australia:WA:AllAustralia:WA:Broome 6725Australia:WA:Bunbury 6230Australia:WA:Geraldton 6530Australia:WA:Kalgoorlie 6430Australia:WA:Karratha 6714Australia:WA:Perth 6000Lawyer, interpreter and Aboriginal client sitting outside Broome CourtLawyer, interpreter and Aboriginal client sitting outside Broome Court: -31.9234 115.8834Pilbara council backs tax change for companies using FIFO, proposal for special economic zoneshttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-09-05/northern-australia-report-skewed-towards-east-says-council/5722096?source=rss
Pilbara council backs changing taxes for companies using FIFO and set up of proposed special economic zones.Fri, 05 Sep 2014 12:03:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201409\4081748.xmlABC Goldfields-EsperancegreatsouthernkimberleysouthwestwawheatbeltgoldfieldsnorthwestwaperthBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:MiningCommunity and Society:All:AllGovernment and Politics:Federal - State Issues:AllAustralia:NT:AllAustralia:QLD:AllAustralia:WA:Albany 6330Australia:WA:AllAustralia:WA:Broome 6725Australia:WA:Bunbury 6230Australia:WA:Geraldton 6530Australia:WA:Kalgoorlie 6430Australia:WA:Karratha 6714Australia:WA:Perth 6000FIFO worker walks to groupFIFO worker walks to groupABC News: ABC News-20.7403 116.8416WA Premier Colin Barnett defends MP's criticism of GST share, rejects Joe Hockey's attackhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-09-03/premier-rejects-treasurers-least-reformist-criticism/5716122?source=rss
Premier Colin Barnett labels the federal Treasurer's scalding attack on his leadership as "unfortunate" and "wrong".Wed, 03 Sep 2014 13:46:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201409\4080144.xmlABC Goldfields-EsperancegreatsouthernkimberleysouthwestwawheatbeltgoldfieldsnorthwestwaperthBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:MiningGovernment and Politics:Federal - State Issues:AllGovernment and Politics:Federal Government:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllGovernment and Politics:Tax:AllAustralia:WA:Albany 6330Australia:WA:Broome 6725Australia:WA:Bunbury 6230Australia:WA:Geraldton 6530Australia:WA:Kalgoorlie 6430Australia:WA:Karratha 6714Australia:WA:Perth 6000WA Premier Colin Barnett in front of the ABC building in Perth.WA Premier Colin Barnett in front of the ABC building in Perth.ABC News: Rebecca Trigger: ABC News: Rebecca Trigger-31.9234 115.8834Seniors concerned about federal cuts to concessions, call for state to make up differencehttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-06-17/seniors-concerned-about-cuts-to-concessions/5528640?source=rss
Seniors groups say the loss of federal concessions will be "devastating" and hope the state will make up the difference.Tue, 17 Jun 2014 12:55:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201406\4026715.xmlABC Goldfields-EsperancegreatsouthernkimberleysouthwestwawheatbeltgoldfieldsnorthwestwaperthCommunity and Society:Aged Care:AllGovernment and Politics:Federal - State Issues:AllAustralia:WA:Albany 6330Australia:WA:Broome 6725Australia:WA:Bunbury 6230Australia:WA:Geraldton 6530Australia:WA:Kalgoorlie 6430Australia:WA:Karratha 6714Australia:WA:Perth 6000Two pensionersTwo pensioners sit side by side on a park bench.Julian Mayphotoxpress.com: Julian May-17.957 122.2395Councils say hands off federal grantshttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-06-09/councils-tell-state-hands-off-federal-grants/5509710?source=rss
Municipalities across Western Australia have signalled strong opposition to a recommendation to change federal funding to local governments.Mon, 09 Jun 2014 13:36:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201406\4021602.xmlABC Goldfields-EsperancegreatsouthernkimberleysouthwestwaesperancewheatbeltgoldfieldsnorthwestwaGovernment and Politics:Activism and Lobbying:AllGovernment and Politics:Federal - State Issues:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:WA:Albany 6330Australia:WA:AllAustralia:WA:Broome 6725Australia:WA:Bunbury 6230Australia:WA:Denmark 6333Australia:WA:Esperance 6450Australia:WA:Geraldton 6530Australia:WA:Kalgoorlie 6430Australia:WA:Karratha 6714Australia:WA:Katanning 6317-30.2000 122.6167Drought package funds couple of months away: Bastonhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-04-17/drought-package-funding-a-couple-of-months-away/5397402?source=rss
The State Government is expecting it will be more than two months until funds from a concessional loan package for drought-stricken farmers begin rolling out in Western Australia.Thu, 17 Apr 2014 15:03:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201404\3987827.xmlABC Goldfields-EsperancegreatsouthernsouthwestwaesperancewheatbeltgoldfieldsDisasters and Accidents:Drought:AllGovernment and Politics:Federal - State Issues:AllGovernment and Politics:Programs and Initiatives:AllAustralia:WA:Albany 6330Australia:WA:AllAustralia:WA:Bunbury 6230Australia:WA:Esperance 6450Australia:WA:Geraldton 6530Australia:WA:Kalgoorlie 6430-30.2000 122.6167Indigenous communities sign up to Housing Management Agreementshttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-04-11/indigenous-communities-sign-up-to-housing/5384086?source=rss
Almost 50 Western Australian Aboriginal communities have signed up to a new housing management plan, which brings them into line with mainstream public housing tenancy arrangements.Fri, 11 Apr 2014 13:36:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201404\3983661.xmlABC Goldfields-EsperancekimberleyesperancewheatbeltgoldfieldsCommunity and Society:Indigenous (Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander):AllGovernment and Politics:Federal - State Issues:AllGovernment and Politics:Housing:AllGovernment and Politics:Programs and Initiatives:AllAustralia:WA:AllAustralia:WA:Broome 6725Australia:WA:Esperance 6450Australia:WA:Geraldton 6530Australia:WA:Kalgoorlie 6430-30.2000 122.6167Pyne unfazed about WA year seven transition planshttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-03-12/pyne-unfazed-about-wa-year-seven-transition-plans/5315452?source=rss
The Federal Government has played down fears in regional Western Australia about the transition of year seven students from primary school into high school.Wed, 12 Mar 2014 15:02:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201403\3961823.xmlABC Goldfields-EsperancesouthcoastkimberleysouthwestwaesperancewheatbeltgoldfieldsnorthwestwagreatsouthernEducation:Schools:AllGovernment and Politics:Federal - State Issues:AllAustralia:WA:Albany 6330Australia:WA:AllAustralia:WA:Broome 6725Australia:WA:Bunbury 6230Australia:WA:Denmark 6333Australia:WA:Esperance 6450Australia:WA:Geraldton 6530Australia:WA:Kalgoorlie 6430Australia:WA:Karratha 6714Australia:WA:Katanning 6317Australia:WA:Wagin 6315-30.2000 122.6167More farm loan requests expected soonhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-03-10/more-farm-loan-requests-expected-soon/5310214?source=rss
The Western Australian Government hopes more farmers will apply for federal farm loans, after a lacklustre response so far.Mon, 10 Mar 2014 14:44:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201403\3960263.xmlABC Goldfields-EsperancesouthcoastesperancewheatbeltgoldfieldsgreatsouthernDisasters and Accidents:Drought:AllGovernment and Politics:Federal - State Issues:AllGovernment and Politics:Programs and Initiatives:AllAustralia:WA:Albany 6330Australia:WA:AllAustralia:WA:Denmark 6333Australia:WA:Esperance 6450Australia:WA:Geraldton 6530Australia:WA:Kalgoorlie 6430Australia:WA:Katanning 6317Australia:WA:Wagin 6315-30.2000 122.6167MP pushes drought aid case for Wheatbelt growershttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-02-11/mp-states-drought-aid-case-for-wheatbelt-growers/5252426?source=rss
The Member for O'Connor says he will be urging the Federal Government to remember struggling parts of Western Australia's grain belt in talks over drought assistance.Tue, 11 Feb 2014 15:14:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201402\3942477.xmlABC Goldfields-EsperancesouthcoastwheatbeltgoldfieldsgreatsouthernDisasters and Accidents:Drought:AllGovernment and Politics:Activism and Lobbying:AllGovernment and Politics:Federal - State Issues:AllGovernment and Politics:Programs and Initiatives:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllAustralia:WA:Albany 6330Australia:WA:AllAustralia:WA:Geraldton 6530Australia:WA:South Yilgarn 6426Australia:WA:Southern Cross 6426Australia:WA:Westonia 6423-30.2000 122.6167Farm group questions loans accesshttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-01-21/farm-group-questions-loans-eligibility-change/5210920?source=rss
Agricultural lobby group WA Farmers says the decision not to allow some struggling farmers access to the Government's concessional loans package is very disappointing.Tue, 21 Jan 2014 14:07:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201401\3929351.xmlABC Goldfields-EsperancesouthcoastsouthwestwaesperancewheatbeltgoldfieldsgreatsouthernGovernment and Politics:Activism and Lobbying:AllGovernment and Politics:Federal - State Issues:AllGovernment and Politics:Programs and Initiatives:AllAustralia:WA:Albany 6330Australia:WA:AllAustralia:WA:Bunbury 6230Australia:WA:Denmark 6333Australia:WA:Esperance 6450Australia:WA:Geraldton 6530Australia:WA:Kalgoorlie 6430Australia:WA:Katanning 6317-30.2000 122.6167The WA Nationals say the federal government should fund efforts to attract doctors to regional areashttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-01-09/regional-doctors/5192438?source=rss
Nationals MP Wendy Duncan says the State Government is paying the price for the shortage of doctors in regional Western Australia. She says the Commonwealth should fund efforts to attract doctors to regional areas.Thu, 09 Jan 2014 13:49:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201401\3922958.xmlABC Goldfields-EsperancesouthcoastkimberleysouthwestwawheatbeltgoldfieldsnorthwestwaperthCommunity and Society:Regional:AllGovernment and Politics:Federal - State Issues:AllHealth:Doctors and Medical Professionals:AllAustralia:WA:Albany 6330Australia:WA:Broome 6725Australia:WA:Bunbury 6230Australia:WA:Geraldton 6530Australia:WA:Kalgoorlie 6430Australia:WA:Karratha 6714Australia:WA:Perth 6000WA Nationals president Wendy DuncanWA Nationals president Wendy DuncanABC TV: -31.9234 115.8834Meeting may pave way for federal farm finance loanshttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2013-12-04/meeting-may-pave-way-for-federal-farm-finance-loans/5134362?source=rss
Western Australia's s Minister for Agriculture and Food will have an opportunity to sign up to the long-awaited federal farm finance package this week.Wed, 04 Dec 2013 15:00:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201312\3904973.xmlABC Goldfields-EsperancesouthcoastkimberleysouthwestwaesperancewheatbeltgoldfieldsnorthwestwagreatsouthernGovernment and Politics:Federal - State Issues:AllGovernment and Politics:Programs and Initiatives:AllAustralia:WA:Albany 6330Australia:WA:AllAustralia:WA:Broome 6725Australia:WA:Bunbury 6230Australia:WA:Denmark 6333Australia:WA:Esperance 6450Australia:WA:Geraldton 6530Australia:WA:Kalgoorlie 6430Australia:WA:Karratha 6714Australia:WA:Katanning 6317-30.2000 122.6167Outback Qld mayors push for east-west routehttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2013-11-15/outback-qld-mayors-push-for-east-west-route/5094050?source=rss
Remote Queensland mayors say they are eager to see work started to improve a road linking Australia's east and west. Fri, 15 Nov 2013 11:00:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201311\3891595.xmlABC Goldfields-EsperancewestqldnorthwestgoldfieldsBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:TransportCommunity and Society:Regional:AllGovernment and Politics:Activism and Lobbying:AllGovernment and Politics:Federal - State Issues:AllRural:Rural Tourism:AllAustralia:QLD:Boulia 4829Australia:QLD:Longreach 4730Australia:QLD:Mount Isa 4825Australia:QLD:Winton 4735Australia:WA:Laverton 6440Outback Way road linking Qld NT and WA in November 2013Outback Way road linking Qld NT and WA in November 2013Photo courtesy of Rick Britton: Photo courtesy of Rick Britton-22.3826 143.0414WA Farmers keen for rollout of federal farm loan applicationshttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2013-11-14/wa-farmers-keen-for-rollout-of-federal-farm-loan/5092212?source=rss
Western Australia's peak farm lobby group warns applications for federal farm loans need to be rolling out soon if farmers are to have access to funds by the first quarter of next year.Thu, 14 Nov 2013 14:51:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201311\3891004.xmlABC Goldfields-EsperancesouthcoastsouthwestwaesperancewheatbeltgoldfieldsgreatsouthernGovernment and Politics:Activism and Lobbying:AllGovernment and Politics:Federal - State Issues:AllGovernment and Politics:Programs and Initiatives:AllAustralia:WA:Albany 6330Australia:WA:AllAustralia:WA:Bunbury 6230Australia:WA:Denmark 6333Australia:WA:Esperance 6450Australia:WA:Geraldton 6530Australia:WA:Kalgoorlie 6430Australia:WA:Katanning 6317-30.2000 122.6167Green group rejects push for environmental approvals handoverhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2013-10-17/green-group-rejects-push-for-environmental/5028906?source=rss
A conservation group says Government and industry will live to regret a so-called streamlining of the environmental approvals process for major projects.Thu, 17 Oct 2013 14:28:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201310\3871286.xmlABC Goldfields-EsperancesouthcoastkimberleysouthwestwaesperancewheatbeltgoldfieldsnorthwestwagreatsouthernBusiness, Economics and Finance:Regional Development:AllEnvironment:Environmental Management:AllGovernment and Politics:Federal - State Issues:AllGovernment and Politics:Programs and Initiatives:AllAustralia:WA:Albany 6330Australia:WA:AllAustralia:WA:Broome 6725Australia:WA:Bunbury 6230Australia:WA:Denmark 6333Australia:WA:Esperance 6450Australia:WA:Geraldton 6530Australia:WA:Kalgoorlie 6430Australia:WA:Karratha 6714Australia:WA:Katanning 6317-30.2000 122.6167The O'Connor candidates on farming, families and youthhttp://www.abc.net.au/local/audio/2013/08/29/3837089.htm?source=rss
Nationals candidate Chub Witham, ALP candidate Michael Salt and Liberal candidate Rick Wilson each had five minutes to speak on farming, families and youth.
Thu, 29 Aug 2013 16:19:00 +0800\xmlcontent\201308\3837089.xmlABC Goldfields-EsperancesouthcoastsouthwestwaesperancegoldfieldsGovernment and Politics:All:AllGovernment and Politics:Federal Government:AllGovernment and Politics:Federal - State Issues:AllGovernment and Politics:Elections:Federal ElectionsAustralia:WA:Albany 6330Australia:WA:Bridgetown 6255Australia:WA:Esperance 6450Australia:WA:Kalgoorlie 6430Australia:WA:Manjimup 6258Bridgetown Dairy CowsDairy is one of the oldest and largest industries in the South West Sharon KennedyABC South West : Sharon KennedyO'Connor Candidates on farming, families and youth O'Connor Candidates on farming, families and youth Lorraine Horsley -30.7458 121.4715Federal and state policy need to encourage global mining investment: CMEhttp://www.abc.net.au/local/stories/2013/07/31/3815152.htm?source=rss
The West Australian CME's quarterly report has confirmed ongoing decline in WA's mineral and petroleum exploration, so what is needed to boost global investment in our local resources sector?Wed, 31 Jul 2013 11:46:00 +0800\xmlcontent\201307\3815152.xmlABC Goldfields-EsperancegoldfieldsBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:MiningGovernment and Politics:Elections:AllGovernment and Politics:Federal Government:AllGovernment and Politics:Federal - State Issues:AllGovernment and Politics:Elections:Federal ElectionsAustralia:WA:Kalgoorlie 6430Port Hedland harbourThe WA CME wants the federal government to stop "tinkering around the edges" of tax reformABC News: Giulio Saggin, file photo: ABC News: Giulio Saggin, file photo-30.7458 121.4715Investing in our future: plans for a large scale solar energy plant in the Goldfieldshttp://www.abc.net.au/local/stories/2013/07/26/3812109.htm?source=rss
Plans for a large scale solar energy plant near Kalgoorlie have been in the pipeline for some time, but what will it take to get one here? And how will the Federal Election affect these plans?Tue, 30 Jul 2013 13:12:00 +0800\xmlcontent\201307\3812109.xmlABC Goldfields-EsperancegoldfieldsGovernment and Politics:Elections:AllGovernment and Politics:Federal - State Issues:AllGovernment and Politics:Programs and Initiatives:AllEnvironment:Alternative Energy:Solar EnergyEnvironment:Environmental Policy:AllGovernment and Politics:Elections:Federal ElectionsAustralia:WA:Kalgoorlie 6430Solar panelsA row of solar panels cover a building on Lady Elliott Island, off Queensland's north coast, in August 2009.Jodie van de WeteringFlickr: Jodie van de Wetering-30.7458 121.4715Delayed farm loans breakthrough 'disappointing'http://www.abc.net.au/news/2013-07-12/delayed-farm-loans-breakthrough-disappointing/4816764?source=rss
A prominent Western Australian grain grower says, while it is disappointing a deal over the Federal Government's low-interest concessional loans package was not reached sooner, it will help many farmers.Fri, 12 Jul 2013 14:19:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201307\3801939.xmlABC Goldfields-EsperancesouthcoastsouthwestwaesperancewheatbeltgoldfieldsgreatsouthernGovernment and Politics:Federal - State Issues:AllGovernment and Politics:Programs and Initiatives:AllAustralia:WA:Albany 6330Australia:WA:AllAustralia:WA:Bunbury 6230Australia:WA:Denmark 6333Australia:WA:Esperance 6450Australia:WA:Geraldton 6530Australia:WA:Kalgoorlie 6430Australia:WA:Katanning 6317-30.2000 122.6167Wait continues for farm loans schemehttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2013-07-03/no-breakthrough-yet-in-farm-loans-scheme-delay/4796852?source=rss
The federal Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry is hoping it will soon be a step closer to reaching a deal with Western Australia on the provision of Commonwealth farm loans.Wed, 03 Jul 2013 13:56:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201307\3795156.xmlABC Goldfields-EsperancesouthcoastsouthwestwaesperancewheatbeltgoldfieldsgreatsouthernGovernment and Politics:Activism and Lobbying:AllGovernment and Politics:Federal - State Issues:AllGovernment and Politics:Programs and Initiatives:AllAustralia:WA:Albany 6330Australia:WA:AllAustralia:WA:Bunbury 6230Australia:WA:Denmark 6333Australia:WA:Esperance 6450Australia:WA:Geraldton 6530Australia:WA:Kalgoorlie 6430Australia:WA:Katanning 6317-30.2000 122.6167Federal budget not convincing says WA Premierhttp://www.abc.net.au/local/stories/2013/05/15/3759849.htm?source=rss
Colin Barnett sees a GST squeeze as the biggest constraint on the state's developmentWed, 15 May 2013 12:37:00 +0800\xmlcontent\201305\3759849.xmlABC Goldfields-EsperancesouthcoastkimberleysouthwestwawheatbeltgoldfieldsnorthwestwaperthgreatsouthernGovernment and Politics:Budget:AllGovernment and Politics:Federal Government:AllGovernment and Politics:Federal - State Issues:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllGovernment and Politics:Tax:AllAustralia:WA:Albany 6330Australia:WA:Broome 6725Australia:WA:Bunbury 6230Australia:WA:Geraldton 6530Australia:WA:Kalgoorlie 6430Australia:WA:Karratha 6714Australia:WA:Perth 6000Australia:WA:Wagin 6315The Premier of Western Australia, Colin BarnettWA Premier Colin Barnett has been reluctant to commit to the National Disability Insurance Scheme.ABC News: Federal budgetPremier Colin Barnett on 720 Perth MorningsJohn McGlue-31.9234 115.8834WA Govt yet to release federal farm fundshttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2013-05-09/wa-govt-yet-to-release-federal-farm-funds/4679432?source=rss
The federal Agriculture Minister's office says it is ready to roll out finance to Western Australian farmers but is waiting on the State Government to signal the "all clear".Thu, 09 May 2013 13:46:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201305\3755494.xmlABC Goldfields-EsperancesouthcoastsouthwestwaesperancewheatbeltgoldfieldsgreatsouthernGovernment and Politics:Federal - State Issues:AllGovernment and Politics:Programs and Initiatives:AllRural:Agricultural Policy:AllRural:All:AllAustralia:WA:Albany 6330Australia:WA:AllAustralia:WA:Bunbury 6230Australia:WA:Denmark 6333Australia:WA:Esperance 6450Australia:WA:Geraldton 6530Australia:WA:Kalgoorlie 6430Australia:WA:Katanning 6317-30.2000 122.6167Travelling miles to see a GP is often a necessityhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2012-11-12/shortage-of-doctors-in-regional-areas-continues/4367830?source=rss
There are 91 vacancies for doctors at 75 practices across the state but they are unlikely to be filled any time soon.Mon, 12 Nov 2012 20:08:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201211\3631174.xmlABC Goldfields-EsperancesouthcoastkimberleysouthwestwawheatbeltgoldfieldsnorthwestwaperthGovernment and Politics:All:AllGovernment and Politics:Federal - State Issues:AllHealth:Doctors and Medical Professionals:AllAustralia:WA:Albany 6330Australia:WA:Broome 6725Australia:WA:Bunbury 6230Australia:WA:Geraldton 6530Australia:WA:Kalgoorlie 6430Australia:WA:Karratha 6714Australia:WA:Perth 6000Doctor shortage at hospital easedDoctor shortage at hospital easedNorwood Abbey, file photo: AFP: Norwood Abbey, file photo: AFP-31.9234 115.8834WA grain growers push for market deregulationhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2012-10-10/wa-grain-growers-support-labor27s-stance/4305314?source=rss
The head of WA's Western Grain Growers' Committee says the Liberal Party's stance on wheat marketing deregulation is destroying its reputation in the bush.Wed, 10 Oct 2012 14:43:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201210\3607692.xmlABC Goldfields-EsperancesouthcoastsouthwestwaesperancewheatbeltgoldfieldsgreatsouthernperthGovernment and Politics:Federal - State Issues:AllRural:Agricultural Crops:WheatAustralia:WA:Albany 6330Australia:WA:AllAustralia:WA:Bunbury 6230Australia:WA:Denmark 6333Australia:WA:Esperance 6450Australia:WA:Geraldton 6530Australia:WA:Kalgoorlie 6430Australia:WA:Katanning 6317Australia:WA:Perth 6000WheatWheatABC News: Ross Beckley: ABC News: Ross Beckley-30.2000 122.6167MP pleads for more infrastructure investmenthttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2012-09-18/mp-pleads-for-more-infrastructure-investment/4267738?source=rss
Federal MP Tony Crook says there will be "enormous benefits" for regional Western Australia if the major political parties back calls for more infrastructure investment.Tue, 18 Sep 2012 13:20:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201209\3592653.xmlABC Goldfields-EsperancesouthcoastkimberleysouthwestwaesperancewheatbeltgoldfieldsnorthwestwagreatsouthernBusiness, Economics and Finance:Regional Development:AllGovernment and Politics:Activism and Lobbying:AllGovernment and Politics:Federal - State Issues:AllAustralia:WA:Albany 6330Australia:WA:AllAustralia:WA:Broome 6725Australia:WA:Bunbury 6230Australia:WA:Denmark 6333Australia:WA:Esperance 6450Australia:WA:Geraldton 6530Australia:WA:Kalgoorlie 6430Australia:WA:Karratha 6714Australia:WA:Katanning 6317-30.2000 122.6167Barnett warns Swan to back off over royaltieshttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2012-08-22/premier-says-royalties-are-state-owned/4215144?source=rss
The West Australian Premier Colin Barnett has hit back at the Federal Government's latest threat to stop the states from raising mining royalties.Wed, 22 Aug 2012 13:41:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201208\3573340.xmlABC Goldfields-EsperancesouthcoastkimberleysouthwestwaesperancewheatbeltgoldfieldsnorthwestwagreatsouthernperthBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:MiningGovernment and Politics:Federal - State Issues:AllGovernment and Politics:Tax:AllAustralia:WA:Albany 6330Australia:WA:Broome 6725Australia:WA:Bunbury 6230Australia:WA:Denmark 6333Australia:WA:Esperance 6450Australia:WA:Geraldton 6530Australia:WA:Kalgoorlie 6430Australia:WA:Karratha 6714Australia:WA:Katanning 6317Australia:WA:Perth 6000Barnett entertains Europe gas dealBarnett entertains Europe gas deal7pm TV News WA: 7pm TV News WA-31.9234 115.8834Scheme promises to ease school bureaucracyhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2012-07-23/scheme-promises-to-ease-school-bureaucracy/4148184?source=rss
The Federal Government says dozens of schools across regional Western Australia will have greater autonomy as part of a local initiative being rolled out nationwide.Mon, 23 Jul 2012 13:25:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201207\3551344.xmlABC Goldfields-EsperancesouthcoastkimberleysouthwestwaesperancewheatbeltgoldfieldsnorthwestwagreatsouthernEducation:Schools:AllGovernment and Politics:Federal - State Issues:AllGovernment and Politics:Programs and Initiatives:AllAustralia:WA:Albany 6330Australia:WA:AllAustralia:WA:Broome 6725Australia:WA:Bunbury 6230Australia:WA:Denmark 6333Australia:WA:Esperance 6450Australia:WA:Geraldton 6530Australia:WA:Kalgoorlie 6430Australia:WA:Karratha 6714Australia:WA:Katanning 6317-30.2000 122.6167'Outback Highway' push gets 'positive responses'http://www.abc.net.au/news/2012-07-12/outback-highway-push-gets-positive-responses/4126338?source=rss
The head of a group campaigning for a highway between Western Australia's Goldfields and outback Queensland says the plan seems to be gaining momentum.Thu, 12 Jul 2012 13:50:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201207\3544539.xmlABC Goldfields-EsperanceesperancegoldfieldsCommunity and Society:Urban Development and Planning:AllGovernment and Politics:Activism and Lobbying:AllGovernment and Politics:Federal - State Issues:AllAustralia:WA:Esperance 6450Australia:WA:Kalgoorlie 6430Australia:WA:Laverton 6440-28.6265 122.3996$2m advances resource regions-ports link planhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2012-03-19/2m-advances-resource-regions-ports-link-plan/3899182?source=rss
Western Australia's Minister for Transport, Troy Buswell, is pleased with the Federal Government's $2 million contribution for a study to link the state's major resources regions with the state's export ports.Mon, 19 Mar 2012 15:08:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201203\3457067.xmlABC Goldfields-EsperanceesperancewheatbeltgoldfieldsnorthwestwaBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:Sea TransportBusiness, Economics and Finance:Regional Development:AllGovernment and Politics:Federal - State Issues:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllAustralia:WA:Esperance 6450Australia:WA:Geraldton 6530Australia:WA:Kalgoorlie 6430Australia:WA:Karratha 6714-30.7458 121.4715Federal funding boosts port link planshttp://www.abc.net.au/local/stories/2012/03/19/3459323.htm?source=rss
Western Australia's Minister for Transport, Troy Buswell, is pleased with the Federal Government's $2 million contribution for a study to link the state's major resources regions with the state's export ports.
Mon, 19 Mar 2012 12:08:00 +0800\xmlcontent\201203\3459323.xmlABC Goldfields-EsperanceesperancegoldfieldsBusiness, Economics and Finance:Regional Development:AllGovernment and Politics:Federal - State Issues:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:Sea TransportAustralia:WA:Esperance 6450Australia:WA:Kalgoorlie 6430Esperance PortEsperance PortEmma WynneABC Local: Emma Wynne-33.8614 121.8811Esperance gears up for industry growthhttp://www.abc.net.au/local/stories/2012/03/15/3455085.htm?source=rss
The Goldfields-Esperance Development Commission says a record number of delegates to this year's Over the Horizon Industry Forum bodes well for future growth in the region.
Fri, 16 Mar 2012 08:59:00 +0800\xmlcontent\201203\3455085.xmlABC Goldfields-EsperanceesperancegoldfieldsBusiness, Economics and Finance:Regional Development:AllGovernment and Politics:Federal - State Issues:AllBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:Sea TransportAustralia:WA:Esperance 6450Australia:WA:Kalgoorlie 6430Esperance Port - Container CraneConstruction will soon begin on a multi-million dollar project to improve transport facilities for the Esperance portTara de LandgrafftABC Local: Tara de Landgrafft-33.8614 121.8811Esperance gears up for 'exciting' growthhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2012-03-15/esperance-gears-up-for-exciting-growth/3891836?source=rss
The Goldfields-Esperance Development Commission says a record number of delegates to this year's Over the Horizon Industry Forum bodes well for future growth in the region.Thu, 15 Mar 2012 14:15:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201203\3454266.xmlABC Goldfields-EsperanceesperancegoldfieldsBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:Sea TransportBusiness, Economics and Finance:Regional Development:AllGovernment and Politics:Federal - State Issues:AllAustralia:WA:Esperance 6450Australia:WA:Kalgoorlie 6430-33.8614 121.8811No access to local school for Leonora's teenage asylum seekershttp://www.abc.net.au/local/stories/2012/03/06/3446928.htm?source=rss
Leonora shire president Jeff Carter says he's disappointed that up to 200 unaccompanied teenage boys housed at the Leonora immigration detention centre haven't been able to attend the local school.
Tue, 06 Mar 2012 12:54:00 +0800\xmlcontent\201203\3446928.xmlABC Goldfields-EsperancegoldfieldsperthEducation:Schools:AllEducation:Schools:Public SchoolsGovernment and Politics:Federal - State Issues:AllCommunity and Society:Immigration:RefugeesAustralia:WA:Leonora 6438Australia:WA:Perth 6000Leonora District High School (file)Leonora District High School (file)Emma WynneABC Goldfields: Emma Wynne-28.8869 121.3297Ferguson targets state royalties for blasthttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2011-11-23/ferguson-says-royalties-the-problem/3689192?source=rss
The Federal Resources Minister, Martin Ferguson, says the biggest challenge facing WA's magnetite iron ore industry is state royalty increases.Wed, 23 Nov 2011 13:54:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201111\3374338.xmlABC Goldfields-EsperancegoldfieldsnorthwestwaperthBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:MiningGovernment and Politics:All:AllGovernment and Politics:Federal - State Issues:AllGovernment and Politics:Tax:AllAustralia:WA:AllAustralia:WA:Kalgoorlie 6430Australia:WA:Karratha 6714Australia:WA:Perth 6000Juniors overlooked in mining tax reviewJuniors overlooked in mining tax review7pm TV News WA: 7pm TV News WA-31.9234 115.8834Disability Insurance campaign comes to Kalgoorliehttp://www.abc.net.au/local/stories/2011/10/19/3343403.htm?source=rss
The campaign for a National Disability Insurance Scheme has told carers at a meeting Kalgoorlie-Boulder that community support is essential to getting the $6.5b plan off the ground.
Wed, 19 Oct 2011 10:32:00 +0800\xmlcontent\201110\3343403.xmlABC Goldfields-EsperanceesperancegoldfieldsGovernment and Politics:Federal Government:AllGovernment and Politics:Federal - State Issues:AllHealth:Disabilities:AllAustralia:WA:Esperance 6450Australia:WA:Kalgoorlie 6430A wheelchair sits in a roomCampaigners say despite broad political support, public pressure is still needed to bring about disability funding reform.cuervowww.sxc.hu: cuervo-30.7458 121.4715Who are you? Sir Charles Courthttp://www.abc.net.au/local/audio/2011/09/21/3322762.htm?source=rss
Sir Charles Walter Michael Court may have passed away in 2007 but his legacy continues in Western Australian.
Wed, 21 Sep 2011 13:20:00 +0800\xmlcontent\201109\3322762.xmlABC Goldfields-EsperancesouthcoastkimberleysouthwestwaperthgoldfieldsnorthwestwaGovernment and Politics:Federal - State Issues:AllGovernment and Politics:Parliament:State ParliamentHuman Interest:People:AllAustralia:WA:Albany 6330Australia:WA:Broome 6725Australia:WA:Bunbury 6230Australia:WA:East Bunbury 6230Australia:WA:East Perth 6004Australia:WA:Kalgoorlie 6430Australia:WA:Karratha 6714Australia:WA:North Perth 6006Australia:WA:Perth 6000Australia:WA:Perth Airport 6105Australia:WA:Port Albany 6330Australia:WA:South Bunbury 6230Australia:WA:South Kalgoorlie 6430Australia:WA:South Perth 6151Australia:WA:West Kalgoorlie 6430Australia:WA:West Perth 6005Sir Charles CourtSir Charles CourtABC: Who are you? Sir Charles Court this week's 'Who are you?' is on Sir Charles Court. His son Richard Court and and biographer Ronda Jamieson speak on his behalf. Geoff Hutchison-31.9234 115.8834Crook proposes GST floor to boost WA's revenuehttp://www.abc.net.au/local/stories/2011/09/13/3316483.htm?source=rss
The WA Nationals MP Tony Crook has introduced a motion in Federal Parliament which he says would give WA a fairer share of GST revenues.Tue, 13 Sep 2011 08:43:00 +0800\xmlcontent\201109\3316483.xmlABC Goldfields-EsperancesouthcoastesperancegoldfieldsgreatsouthernGovernment and Politics:All:AllGovernment and Politics:Federal Government:AllGovernment and Politics:Federal - State Issues:AllGovernment and Politics:Tax:AllAustralia:WA:Albany 6330Australia:WA:Esperance 6450Australia:WA:Kalgoorlie 6430Australia:WA:Wagin 6315Tony CrookTony Crook has introduced a motion seeking to ensure a GST floor so that no state receives less than 75 per cent per capita of GST revenue.Alan PorrittAAP: Alan Porritt-30.7458 121.4715Uranium miners seek to appease critics/7pmtvnews_(wa)/2840640.html?source=rss
Tue, 16 Aug 2011 10:27:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201108\3294425.xmlABC Goldfields-EsperancegoldfieldsnorthwestwaBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:Uranium MiningCommunity and Society:Indigenous (Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander):AllEnvironment:Environmental Impact:AllGovernment and Politics:Activism and Lobbying:AllGovernment and Politics:Federal - State Issues:AllGovernment and Politics:Federal Government:AllGovernment and Politics:Political Parties:GreensGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllHealth:safety:AllAustralia:WA:Kalgoorlie 6430Australia:WA:Wiluna 6646Uranium miners seek to appease criticsUranium miners seek to appease criticsAndrew Thompson-30.7458 121.4715High-speed rail for East and light rail for West; Tim Fischer's train of thoughthttp://www.abc.net.au/local/stories/2011/08/04/3285736.htm?source=rss
Tim Fischer was in Perth to talk about his book, 'Trains Unlimited in the 21st Century', which coincided with the release of a Federal Government feasibility study for a high-speed rail link on the East Coast and an established light rail conversation in Perth.Thu, 04 Aug 2011 14:59:00 +0800\xmlcontent\201108\3285736.xmlABC Goldfields-EsperanceperthgoldfieldsGovernment and Politics:Federal Government:AllGovernment and Politics:Federal - State Issues:AllBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:Rail TransportAustralia:WA:East Fremantle 6158Australia:WA:East Perth 6004Australia:WA:Fremantle 6160Australia:WA:Joondalup 6027Australia:WA:Kalgoorlie 6430Australia:WA:Mandurah 6210Australia:WA:North Fremantle 6159Australia:WA:North Perth 6006Australia:WA:Perth 6000Australia:WA:Perth Airport 6105Australia:WA:South Fremantle 6162Australia:WA:South Kalgoorlie 6430Australia:WA:South Perth 6151Australia:WA:West Kalgoorlie 6430Australia:WA:West Perth 6005Tim FischerTim Fischer talking trainsTim FischerSupplied: Tim FischerTim Fischer talks about the future for Perth's rail systemTim Fischer talks to Bryce Green about Perth's rail futureBryce Green -31.9234 115.8834MP fears carbon tax tourism impacthttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2011-07-19/mp-fears-carbon-tax-tourism-impact/2800114?source=rss
The federal Member for Forrest, Nola Marino, says the Federal Government's proposed carbon tax will hit the tourism industry in regional Western Australia.Tue, 19 Jul 2011 11:18:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201107\3272634.xmlABC Goldfields-EsperancesouthcoastkimberleysouthwestwaesperancewheatbeltgoldfieldsnorthwestwaBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:TourismGovernment and Politics:Federal - State Issues:AllGovernment and Politics:Programs and Initiatives:AllGovernment and Politics:Tax:AllLifestyle and Leisure:Travel and Tourism:AllRural:Rural Tourism:AllAustralia:WA:Albany 6330Australia:WA:AllAustralia:WA:Broome 6725Australia:WA:Bunbury 6230Australia:WA:Denmark 6333Australia:WA:Esperance 6450Australia:WA:Geraldton 6530Australia:WA:Kalgoorlie 6430Australia:WA:Karratha 6714-30.2000 122.6167Premier urges station owner not to cull cattlehttp://www.abc.net.au/news/stories/2011/07/06/3262472.htm?source=rss
The State Government is urging a Kimberley pastoralist not to kill 3,000 head of cattle.
The Moola Bulla station plans to cull cattle because a federal ban prevented their export and there is not enough grass to feed them.
Premier Colin Barnett says the station owner is being asked not to take that action.
Wed, 06 Jul 2011 13:35:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201107\3262472.xmlABC Goldfields-EsperancekimberleywheatbeltgoldfieldsGovernment and Politics:Federal - State Issues:AllRural:Livestock:AllRural:Livestock:Beef CattleAustralia:WA:AllAustralia:WA:Broome 6725Australia:WA:Geraldton 6530Australia:WA:Halls Creek 6770Australia:WA:Kalgoorlie 6430Kimberley cattle near fenceNico Botha says cattle numbers do need to be reduced as there will be over grazingMatt BrannABC Rural: Matt Brann-30.2000 122.6167Crook defends flood levy decisionhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/stories/2011/02/25/3148720.htm?source=rss
Nationals Goldfields MP Tony Crook says he supported the flood levy because of the magnitude of the disaster, despite the fact that flooded Goldfields towns will not benefit.Fri, 25 Feb 2011 10:58:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201102\3148720.xmlABC Goldfields-EsperancegoldfieldsDisasters and Accidents:Floods:AllGovernment and Politics:Federal - State Issues:AllAustralia:WA:Kalgoorlie 6430Australia:WA:Laverton 6440Federal Nationals MP Tony CrookNationals MP Tony Crook supported the flood levy.Stateline WA: Stateline WA-28.6265 122.3996Palmer says BHP carbon tax call 'pointless'http://www.abc.net.au/news/stories/2010/09/17/3014543.htm?source=rss
Queensland mining magnate Clive Palmer says he does not support BHP Billiton's call for a carbon tax.Fri, 17 Sep 2010 10:46:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201009\3014543.xmlABC Goldfields-EsperancebrokenhillnewcastleillawarraalicespringscapricorniatropicnorthwestnorthqldnorthandwestnorthtasgippslandkimberleysouthwestwawheatbeltgoldfieldsnorthwestwaBusiness, Economics and Finance:All:AllBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:AllBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:MiningEnvironment:All:AllEnvironment:Mining:AllGovernment and Politics:All:AllGovernment and Politics:Federal - State Issues:AllGovernment and Politics:Tax:AllRural:All:AllRural:Mining:AllGovernment and Politics:Activism and Lobbying:AllAustralia:All:AllAustralia:NSW:Broken Hill 2880Australia:NSW:Newcastle 2300Australia:NSW:Wollongong 2500Australia:NT:Alice Springs 0870Australia:QLD:AllAustralia:QLD:Gladstone 4680Australia:QLD:Mackay 4740Australia:QLD:Mount Isa 4825Australia:QLD:Rockhampton 4700Australia:QLD:Townsville 4810Australia:SA:Port Pirie 5540Australia:TAS:Launceston 7250Australia:VIC:Sale 3850Australia:WA:Broome 6725Australia:WA:Bunbury 6230Australia:WA:Geraldton 6530Australia:WA:Kalgoorlie 6430Australia:WA:Karratha 6714Mining chief backs carbon taxThe world's biggest mining company has urged the Federal Government to show leadership on a carbon tax, shocking the business community on the way. BHP Billiton says the government shouldn't wait for a global price on carbon before it moves to reduce the nation's carbon emissions. He also says Australia needs to lower its dependence on coal-fired power generation.Eleanor HallInterview with Tony Crookhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/video/2010/08/27/2995947.htm?source=rss
Eliza Blue speaks with Nationals candidate Tony Crook who has beaten veteran Liberal MP Wilson Tuckey in the seat of O'Connor.Mon, 30 Aug 2010 11:40:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201008\2995947.xmlABC Goldfields-EsperancesouthcoastesperancegoldfieldsgreatsouthernGovernment and Politics:Federal Government:AllGovernment and Politics:Federal - State Issues:AllGovernment and Politics:Political Parties:NationalsGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllAustralia:WA:AllAustralia:WA:Albany 6330Australia:WA:Esperance 6450Australia:WA:Kalgoorlie 6430Australia:WA:Mount Barker 6324Interview with Tony CrookInterview with Tony CrookStateline WA: Stateline WAInterview with Tony CrookEliza Blue speaks with Nationals candidate Tony Crook who has beaten veteran Liberal MP Wilson Tuckey in the seat of O'Connor.Eliza BlueThe battle for Australia's biggest electoratehttp://www.abc.net.au/news/stories/2010/05/12/2897881.htm?source=rss
It stretches the same distance as from London to Istanbul...Fri, 23 Jul 2010 14:58:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201007\2897881.xmlABC Goldfields-EsperancekimberleygoldfieldsnorthwestwaGovernment and Politics:All:AllGovernment and Politics:Federal - State Issues:AllGovernment and Politics:Political Parties:AllAustralia:WA:AllAustralia:WA:Broome 6725Australia:WA:Derby 6728Australia:WA:Kalgoorlie 6430Australia:WA:Karratha 6714Shane Hill in remote Yalgoo in Durack electorateShane Hill in remote Yalgoo in Durack electorateABC News: ABC NewsShane Hill's mobile campaign officeShane Hill's mobile campaign officeABC News : ABC News Barry Haase and Tony AbbottBarry Haase and Tony AbbottABC News: ABC NewsBarry Haase at the Northampton/Chapman Valley Interschool Swimming CarnivalLiberal candidate for the new federal seat of Durack, Barry Haase, with children at the Northampton/Chapman Valley Interschool Swimming Carnival: Lynne Craigie, WA Nationals candidate for federal seat of DurackLynne Craigie, WA Nationals candidate for federal seat of Durack: -30.7458 121.4715Funds manager confident Swan will back off mining taxhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/stories/2010/06/16/2928253.htm?source=rss
Funds manager Lime Street Capital is predicting the Federal Government will water down its position on the Resource Super Profits Tax (RSPT) because of the upcoming election.Wed, 16 Jun 2010 11:16:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201006\2928253.xmlABC Goldfields-EsperancesouthcoastkimberleysouthwestwawheatbeltgoldfieldsnorthwestwaBusiness, Economics and Finance:All:AllBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:AllBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:MiningGovernment and Politics:All:AllGovernment and Politics:Federal Government:AllGovernment and Politics:Federal - State Issues:AllGovernment and Politics:Tax:AllAustralia:All:AllAustralia:WA:AllAustralia:WA:Albany 6330Australia:WA:Broome 6725Australia:WA:Bunbury 6230Australia:WA:Geraldton 6530Australia:WA:Kalgoorlie 6430Australia:WA:Karratha 6714-33.3267 115.6347Resources tax 'risks Mid West mining'http://www.abc.net.au/news/stories/2010/05/04/2889999.htm?source=rss
Federal MP Barry Haase believes the new tax could scare off investors.Tue, 04 May 2010 14:00:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201005\2889999.xmlABC Goldfields-EsperancewheatbeltgoldfieldsBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:MiningGovernment and Politics:All:AllGovernment and Politics:Federal - State Issues:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllGovernment and Politics:Tax:AllAustralia:WA:AllAustralia:WA:Geraldton 6530Australia:WA:Kalgoorlie 6430-28.7802 114.6132GP training locked in, despite health fallouthttp://www.abc.net.au/news/stories/2010/04/22/2879925.htm?source=rss
The Rural Doctors Association says funding for extra GP training places is locked in, despite Premier Colin Barnett's refusal to sign on to the Commonwealth's health funding overhaul.Thu, 22 Apr 2010 12:00:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201004\2879925.xmlABC Goldfields-EsperancesouthcoastkimberleysouthwestwaesperancewheatbeltgoldfieldsnorthwestwaGovernment and Politics:All:AllGovernment and Politics:Federal - State Issues:AllHealth:All:AllHealth:Doctors and Medical Professionals:AllHealth:Healthcare Facilities:AllAustralia:WA:AllAustralia:WA:Albany 6330Australia:WA:Broome 6725Australia:WA:Bunbury 6230Australia:WA:Denmark 6333Australia:WA:Esperance 6450Australia:WA:Geraldton 6530Australia:WA:Kalgoorlie 6430Australia:WA:Karratha 6714-30.2000 122.6167Rudd targets hospital funding rethinkhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/stories/2010/03/03/2835517.htm?source=rss
The Prime Minister Kevin Rudd will today deliver his Government's plan to overhaul the way public hospitals in Australia are funded and operated.Wed, 03 Mar 2010 15:11:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201003\2835517.xmlABC Goldfields-EsperancewheatbeltgoldfieldsnorthwestwaperthsoutheastsariverlandGovernment and Politics:Federal - State Issues:AllGovernment and Politics:Public Sector:AllHealth:Healthcare Facilities:AllAustralia:SA:Mount Gambier 5290Australia:SA:Renmark 5341-37.8252 140.7811Council backs out of amalgamationhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/stories/2010/02/23/2827708.htm?source=rss
One of nine West Australian councils which agreed to amalgamate under the State Government's reform process has backed out of the deal.Tue, 23 Feb 2010 11:39:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201002\2827708.xmlABC Goldfields-EsperancesouthcoastsouthwestwawheatbeltgoldfieldsperthGovernment and Politics:All:AllGovernment and Politics:Federal - State Issues:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllGovernment and Politics:Activism and Lobbying:AllAustralia:WA:AllAustralia:WA:Albany 6330Australia:WA:Bunbury 6230Australia:WA:Geraldton 6530Australia:WA:Kalgoorlie 6430Australia:WA:Perth 6000Local Government Minister, John Castrilli.: -30.2000 122.6167Four regions join forceshttp://www.abc.net.au/news/stories/2010/02/11/2816714.htm?source=rss
Four of WA's major regional councils have formed an alliance. Thu, 11 Feb 2010 13:58:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201002\2816714.xmlABC Goldfields-EsperancesouthcoastsouthwestwawheatbeltgoldfieldsperthGovernment and Politics:All:AllGovernment and Politics:Federal - State Issues:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllGovernment and Politics:Activism and Lobbying:AllAustralia:WA:AllAustralia:WA:Albany 6330Australia:WA:Bunbury 6230Australia:WA:Geraldton 6530Australia:WA:Kalgoorlie 6430Australia:WA:Perth 6000Geraldton city, across the portGeraldton's chief executive says strengthening regional development is the aim of the alliance.
Grant Wynne: -30.2000 122.6167New site planned for short-stay facilityhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/stories/2010/01/07/2787375.htm?source=rss
A residents group has welcomed moves to propose a new site for the planned Boulder short-stay accommodation facility.Thu, 07 Jan 2010 12:43:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201001\2787375.xmlABC Goldfields-EsperancegoldfieldsBusiness, Economics and Finance:All:AllBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:AllBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:HousingCommunity and Society:All:AllGovernment and Politics:All:AllGovernment and Politics:Federal - State Issues:AllGovernment and Politics:Housing:AllAustralia:WA:AllAustralia:WA:Kalgoorlie 6430-30.7458 121.4715AWAs and mining safetyhttp://www.abc.net.au/goldfields/stories/s1988384.htm?source=rss
One in four West Australians have signed an Australian Workplace Agreement (AWAs). Many of these in the mining industry. In June of this year, workers at a Pilbara mine site signed a petition claiming AWAs compromised their safety at work.Sun, 05 Aug 2007 10:46:00 +0900\xmlcontent\200708\1988384.xmlABC Goldfields-EsperancegoldfieldsBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:AllBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industrial Relations:AllDisasters and Accidents:Accidents:AllGovernment and Politics:Federal Government:AllGovernment and Politics:Federal - State Issues:AllAustralia:WA:AllAustralia:WA:Kalgoorlie 6430The gold mining industryAustralian Workplace Agreements and the mining industry in Western Australia.Louise Porter: Louise PorterRural Clinical School officially openhttp://www.abc.net.au/goldfields/stories/s1986108.htm?source=rss
The opening of a medical training school was a part of an official visit to Kalgoorlie by Prime Minister Mr Howard.Sun, 05 Aug 2007 09:48:00 +0800\xmlcontent\200708\1986108.xmlABC Goldfields-EsperancegoldfieldsGovernment and Politics:Federal Government:AllGovernment and Politics:Federal - State Issues:AllHealth:Doctors and Medical Professionals:AllAustralia:WA:AllAustralia:WA:Kalgoorlie 6430Mr John HowardPrime Minister John Howard addressing the crowd at the opening of the Rural Clinical School in the City of Kalgoorlie-Boulder.Louise Porter: Louise PorterPrime Minister John HowardPrime Minister John HowardLouise Porter: Louise PorterThe Prime Minister arriving in the GoldfieldsThe Prime Minister arrives in the Goldfields.Louise Porter: Louise PorterMr Haase and Mr HowardThe Prime Minister Mr John Howard walking with the Federal Member for Kalgoorlie Mr Barry Haase to open the Rural Clinical School in the Goldfields.Louise Porter: Louise PorterThe Rural Clinical School OpeningThe Rural Clinic School opening in Kalgoorlie with Professor Campbell Murdoch, Professor Adrian Bower and Professor Ian Puddey.Louise Porter: Louise PorterPrime Minister John HowardPrime Minister John Howard at the opening of the Rural Clinical School in the City of Kalgoorlie-Boulder.Louise Porter: Louise PorterTalking to student doctors in regional areasThe group listens to the experiences of student doctors in regional areas as a part of a video link up.Louise Porter: Louise PorterThe Rural Clinical School openingThe Rural Clinical School opening in the City of Kalgoorlie-Boulder.Louise Porter: Louise PorterThe official opening with Mr Howard and Mr HaasePrime Minister John Howard and the Federal Member for Kalgoorlie Barry Haase at the official opening of the Rural Clinical School in the City of Kalgoorlie-Boulder.Louise Porter: Louise PorterRehabilitating mine siteshttp://www.abc.net.au/goldfields/stories/s1995388.htm?source=rss
Mining in the Goldfields has a major impact upon the resources industry and can leave its impact its impact upon the environment. An environmental consultant says there is a rise of interest by mining companies in rehabilitating mine sites.Thu, 02 Aug 2007 15:49:00 +0800\xmlcontent\200708\1995388.xmlABC Goldfields-EsperancegoldfieldsBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:AllEnvironment:Conservation:AllEnvironment:Environmental Management:AllEnvironment:Erosion:AllEnvironment:Land Clearing:AllEnvironment:Mining:AllEnvironment:Salinity:AllGovernment and Politics:Federal - State Issues:AllHuman Interest:People:AllRural:Forestry:AllRural:Greenhouse Gas:AllScience and Technology:Ecology:AllScience and Technology:Research:AllEnvironment:Water:AllAustralia:WA:AllAustralia:WA:Kalgoorlie 6430John LawMinesite Rehabilitation managing director John Law works for mining companies and government bodies in rehabilitating the environment.Louise Porter: Louise PorterWaterWater is an important resource used in the mining industry.Louise Porter: Louise PorterThe gold mining industryEnvironmental impacts and mining rehabilitation.Louise Porter: Louise Porter